Brochure - Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort

Experience Zion National Park
from the top down!
www.ZionPonderosa.com
800-293-5444
Some folks have all the fun!
Recreation: Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort provides more on-property activities than any resort in the region. We encourage you to purchase 10 or more activity vouchers in advance, and by doing so, you have the
opportunity to save 33% on each voucher. View recreation options and rates!
Please Note: Most recreation activities are weather-dependant and, therefore, may not be available during
wet time-frames and/or cooler months. This includes ATV tours, horseback rides, Jeep tours, and paintball.
Canyoneering is specifically available between May 15 and September 1.
Advance Reservations: Some activities can be in strong demand and we recommend that request your
preferred recreation schedule in advance. Make advance reservations - here!
Plan your adventures
Scheduled Adventures
ATV Rides
Canyoneering
Hiking Shuttles
Horseback Riding
Jeep Tours
Miniature Golf
Paintball
Rafting
Shotgun Range
Wagon Ride / Dutch Oven Dinner
Summer Only Events
Evening Activities
Kids Camp
Rodeo
Wagon Ride / Dutch Oven Dinner
Other Activities
Climbing Wall
Miniature Golf
Trampoline Bungee
Zip Line
Open-Use Activities
Basketball
Billiards/Foosball
Horse Shoes
Ping Pong
Pool / Hot Tub
Tennis
Volleyball
Delectable Dining Experiences
Ray’s Restaurant
Our chef comes with great experience and offers a highly rated cuisine. Throughout the season we offer
excellent dining options. View service hours and additional dining info here!
Narrows Snack, Coffee & Dessert Bar
During summer months these services are also available:
Emerald Patio Grill or Poolside Grill
Dutch Oven Dinner - Monday, Wednesday, Friday
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Area Attractions
Zion National Park: The most popular of Utah’s national parks is located in a region that features
America’s highest concentration of natural scenic wonders. Visit our web-site to view information
and brief itineraries on these and other great attractions. It will quickly become apparent that
you’ll need more time to experience the splendor of this region.
Bryce Canyon Park: Just 75 minutes from Zion Ponderosa and is one of the great scenic wonders
of the world. From Zion Ponderosa, travel down the North Fork road and turn left on Scenic Highway 9. Follow this road for 12 miles to Scenic Highway 89 and turn left. Go north approximately 40
miles and then turn right on National Scenic Byway 12. Travel 15 miles on this road and turn south
on highway 63. Travel just three miles to the park entrance.
Cedar Breaks: This area is just north of Zion Ponderosa but the best way to travel (paved road) is
on highway 89 and go north approximately 25 miles, then turn left on Scenic Highway 14. You’ll
follow 14 to Highway 148 and then to 143 and then back on 89 to Zion Ponderosa. The highlights
to see are Duck Creek Village, Cascade Falls, Navajo Lake, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Panguitch Lake, Panguitch Town. Panguitch means “Big-Fish” in the Paiute Native American Language.
Grafton Ghost Town: In the early 1860’s Mormon settlers established themselves along the
banks of the Virgin River. Not only did the river cause the settlers problems but local trouble with
Native Americans was also an issue. Visit the old graveyard to see “Killed by Indians” on some of
the markers. See the remaining buildings such as the old school-house. Go through Zion N.P.,
Springdale and into Rockville. In Rockville turn left on Bridge Road and go west (right) three miles
on a dirt road to Grafton Ghost Town.
Kanab: This town was and is still known by many as “Little Hollywood”. In the 1940’s and 50’s
over 100 western movies were filmed in the area. Some of the biggest stars of the west stayed in
Kanab while starring in their movies. Today you can tour places such as Frontier Movie Town and
Denny’s Wigwam that showcase remnants of the western movie days. Kanab has some fun shops
and restaurants and can be the focus of your half-day or day trip or just a stop along the way. (35
miles)
The Grand Canyon: The north rim of the Grand Canyon offers spectacular scenic views. From
Zion Ponderosa it is a two-hour drive on Highway 89. You’ll travel through Kanab, and up onto the
Kaibab Plateau and through the Kaibab forest. Highway 89 becomes highway 67 in Arizona. You’ll
be at 9,000 feet when you arrive at the north rim. This side of the canyon is 1,000 feet higher than
the south rim and is generally open from May 15 to October 15 each year. Check weather conditions in advance.
The Grand Staircase: This national monument begins about 30 minutes from Zion Ponderosa.
The roads that enter this area are well-graded dirt roads and are generally passable by any type
of vehicle (weather permitting). Check weather conditions and bring a detailed map, plenty of
water and make a day of it in the back-country. Travel east to Highway 89, north (left) to the town
of Glendale. On this road you can go north to Kodachrome Basin and Bryce Canyon or south to
Johnson Canyon and Kanab. View more attractions info!
Maps & Directions
Directions from I-15: Take scenic Highway 9 to route marker #46 just 2 miles outside the east gate of Zion National Park. Then
turn north on the paved North Fork Road. Follow the signs along the very scenic drive (just five miles) to Zion Ponderosa Ranch
Resort. You Can’t Miss It!... The next map is a closer view of the North Fork road. You’re welcome to print this page for use as you
travel.
From Las Vegas: Take I-15 North to St. George, Utah. Approximately eight miles north of St. George, leave I-15 at exit #16 (right/
east) to Highway 9 (the Hurricane / Zion National Park exit) Follow the signs to Zion National Park. Enter the Park, go through
both tunnels, exit the park on the East side. Drive two miles and watch for North Fork Rd. on the left side of the road. Turn left onto
North Fork Rd. and drive five miles. (see above maps).
From Northern Utah on Interstate 15: You have two options.
a- The Shortest Travel Time - Come south of the town of Beaver on I-15 to Highway 20 (exit 95). You will turn to the East (left on
the overpass) and follow this road approximately 20 miles. At the junction of Scenic Highway 89 you will turn right (south) and go
seven miles to the town of Panguitch. In downtown Panguitch at the main intersection you will turn left (East) to stay on highway
89. Continue on highway 89 south for approximately 35 miles to Mount Carmel Junction. Here you will turn right onto Scenic
Highway 9. You will travel 11 miles to the turn (North Fork Rd - turn right) to travel to Zion Ponderosa. Then follow this road for five
miles to our main gate. (see above maps)
b- Scenic Route through Zion National Park - Take I-15 south to the Toquerville / Hurricane (#27) exit. Travel 10 miles through
Toquerville on Highway 17. Turn left on Highway 9 and follow the signs to Zion National Park. Enter the Park, go through both
tunnels, exit the park on the East side. Drive two miles and watch for North Fork Rd. sign on the right. Turn left onto North Fork Rd.
and drive five miles. (see above maps)
From Denver: Go west on 70 to Grand Junction, Colorado. Continue west on 70 past Richfield, Utah to the small community of
Sevier. Turn south (left) on Highway 89. Go south through Panguitch, Glendale, Orderville and Mt. Carmel. Turn right at Mt. Carmel
Junction and follow highway 9 for approx. 14 miles to the North Fork Rd. Turn right on North Fork Road and go five miles to Zion
Ponderosa.
From Phoenix: North on 17 to Flagstaff, then follow 89 north from Flagstaff to Marble Canyon. Cross Navajo Bridge and go west
to Jacob Lake and then follow 89 north through Fredonia, Kanab and to Mt. Carmel Junction. At Mt. Carmel Junction turn left
(west) and follow Highway 9 for approx. 14 miles to the North Fork Rd. Turn right on North Fork Road and go five miles to Zion
Ponderosa.
GPS - For your vehicle or personal GPS - entering the following address should provide a correct destination point:
“Twin Knolls Rd, Orderville, UT 84758” Please note that we are located on a well paved road, but we are blessed to be in a pristine
and somewhat remote area. GPS Coordinates for the Ranch - N 37 16.271 W 112 52.532
Excellent Lodging Options
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort offers an excellent array of lodging options. Even if you’ve already made
reservations you may wish to recommend our property to friends and family. We invite you to forward this
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We look forward to your visit!
www.ZionPonderosa.com
800-293-5444